1992 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
